About the OrganizationFounded in 1977, ZERO TO THREE works to ensure that babies and toddlers benefit from the early connections that are critical to their well-being and development. Our mission is to ensure that all babies and toddlers have a strong start in life. At ZERO TO THREE we envision a society that has the knowledge and will to support all infants and toddlers in reaching their full potential. Our Core Values Statement: We believe that how we do our work is as important as what we do. To learn more about ZERO TO THREE, please visit our website at www.zerotothree.org.

SummaryYou have a passion for telling meaningful storytelling that motivates people to engage and take action. The Editorial Specialist is a critical member of the Communications team helping to shape and enhance ZERO TO THREE’s messaging and brand voice through creative, well-written copy across all primary communications channels, including website, email, social media, video scripts, print publications, event presentations, etc. The Editorial Specialist thinks outside of the box to provide new, bold and compelling writing that helps drive results and position ZERO TO THREE as the authoritative voice for the health and well-being of babies and toddlers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Create high-quality and engaging content that people love and compels them to take action

Develop and maintain editorial calendar to prioritize content delivery across all communications channels

Direct the development of core content inventory, as well as implement a strategy to regularly update and revise core content as necessary.

Oversee internal content planning and the development of publications such as the annual report, organizational brochure, briefs, infographics etc.

Works collaboratively with subject matter experts to balance edits for accuracy, engagement and alignment with constituent needs.

Establish editorial guidelines to ensure content adheres to best practices, enhances the user experience and optimized for email, web and social

Conduct research and fact check as needed on a variety of subjects

Manage freelancers to support projects as needed

Provide support for ad hoc writing requests and general editing and proofreading tasks

Ensure all copy adheres to and internal style guide and editing requirements.

Establish and track metrics that help correlate internal communications content to business goals

Performs other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the department

Essential Skills and Experience

Minimum 5-7 years copywriting and editorial experience, with a preference for experience with not-for-profit or early childhood development organization.

Masterful storyteller. Writes, edits, and proofs written content with keen understanding of target audiences and integration of content across communications platforms

Superior writing skills with experience in writing for digital (email, web, social, video) and print; experience with SEO is a plus.

Physical RequirementsWhile performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is frequently required to use finger dexterity as well as sufficient hand dexterity to use a computer keyboard and be capable of reading a computer screen. Also may need to remain seated for long periods of time, have the ability to perform repetitive motions, and hear well enough to detect nuances and receive detailed information. The employee may be required to walk, grasp objects, push or pull objects, bend, squat, reach, stand, or kneel. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision for preparing and analyzing data.

Working ConditionsThe work conditions described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing this job. Depending on work location, the incumbent will typically work indoors in a heated and air-conditioned office, with a mixture of natural, incandescent and fluorescent light with low to moderate noise levels or be subject to working conditions conducive to a home office. When travel is expected, the incumbent will be exposed to outside environmental conditions during those times.

ZERO TO THREE: National Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities

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Telecommuting is allowed.

About ZERO TO THREE

Our mission is to ensure that all babies and toddlers have a strong start in life. At ZERO TO THREE, we envision a society that has the knowledge and will to support all infants and toddlers in reaching their full potential.
OUR CORE VALUES STATEMENT
We believe that how we do our work is as important as what we do.
By embracing our values, every member of the ZERO TO THREE community contributes to a healthy and positive culture, a more successful organization, and better outcomes for infants, toddlers and their families.
We Value:
Passion and persistence in helping infants and toddlers thrive
The centrality of healthy positive relationships, including:
A commitment to family in our work and in staff work-life balance
Consistent and authentic collaboration
Respectfulness, inclusiveness and diversity
The highest standards of excellence in our work, including:
Integrity, openness, honesty and transparency
Opportunities for leadership and professionalism
Evidence-based learning and reflection
The freedom to make and learn from mistakes